Atlantic World and Discovery of the New World Timeline

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  • Sep 30, 1492

    Columbus sails to the Americas

    Columbus sails to the Americas
    Christopher Columbus sails the Atlantice Ocean trying to find a western route to india. He later finds the West Indies.
  • Sep 30, 1511

    First African slaves arrive in America

    First African slaves arrive in America
    The Spanish brought slaves from Africa to Cuba for harsh labor.
  • Sep 30, 1521

    Cortez conquers Aztec Empire

    Cortez conquers Aztec Empire
    In Mexico, Cortez conqueres the Aztecs with 400 conquistadors and the help of some local tribes who disliked the Aztecs.
  • Sep 30, 1533

    Pizarro conquers Incan Empire

    Pizarro conquers Incan Empire
    In Peru, Pizarro conquers the incas with 169 soldiers and with some help of some native allies.

  • English found Jamestown

    English found Jamestown
    The English colonize Jamestown. First English Colony

  • English Found Plymouth

    English Found Plymouth
    Pilgrims colonize Plymouth. First New England settlement.

  • French and Indian War Ends

    French sign Peace Treaty with English. Ending the French and India War.